#Snakeday

Have you heard the newssss?🐍 Nine baby Eastern massasauga rattlesnakes were born at Regenstein Small Mammal-Reptile House. Endangered and often misunderstood, these little rattlers mark a big conservation milestone as Lincoln Park Zoo works alongside state and national authorities to protect this endangered species.

Timber Rattlesnake at The San Diego Zoo #sandiegozoo #snake

Did you know you can’t necessarily age a rattlesnake by its number of rattles?? Our Timber Rattlesnake recently lost a couple of segments as you can see here! You can visit our Timber Rattlesnake and so many other reptile friends at L’aquarium de Louisiane here at the Baton Rouge zoo!

Grateful for my day with @the_rattlesnake_conservancy 🐍 The path reveals itself when you follow joy. #savethebuzztails #savethesnakes #venomoushandler

Q&A with Zookeeper Miranda & Our Carpet Python! Ever wondered what it’s like to work with one of nature’s most fascinating reptiles? Zookeeper Miranda took us behind the scenes for a fun and educational Q&A featuring our incredible carpet python! From how they hunt and sense their surroundings to what they eat and how we care for them, this slithery ambassador helped answer your most curious questions! Did you know? Carpet pythons use heat-sensing pits to detect prey—even in complete darkness! Come meet this amazing species up close and discover why reptiles are so important to our ecosystem! #CarpetPython #ReptileEducation #ZooLife #ZookeeperLife #AnimalAmbassador #ReptilesOfInstagram #SnakeFacts #WildlifeEducation #ConservationMatters #LearnAtTheZoo #FamilyFun #ExploreMore #PLZoo #BransonZoo #GetCloserToWildlife

We found your next Texas adventure 🐍 If you love wildlife, unique experiences, and discovering places you didn’t even know existed… Add Reptilandia Zoo in Johnson City to your Texas bucket list 🖊️ Trust us on this one ✅ #reptiles #reptilezoo #texas #johnsoncity #anaconda

I love how the children reacted to this scary specimen #sandiegozoo #diamondbackrattlesnake #rattlesnakesofinstagram

2026 Rattlesnake roundup in Sweetwater Texas.

We have BIG news... Meet the Zoo's newest resident—an impressive 15-foot beauty. This stunning reticulated python is ready to meet you, and she needs a name! Help us choose a worthy name by casting your vote at the #linkinbio Make sure to vote by Monday, March 23rd! #GPZoo #Namingcontest #python #reticulatedpython

That Monday morning yawn and stretch! 🥱 Or is it a yawn at all? Read more about why snakes stretch their jaws at the 🔗👆 🎥 @living_zoology

Happy St. Patrick's Day from A to Z!! We had an absolutely wild time with Rainforest Reptile Shows Thank you Kristen for hosting such a wonderful and educational show!!

🎶 “Snakes in the grass…” — and yes, they’re out here. With warmer weather, rattlesnake encounters become more common across our local trails and waterways. Knowing what to do before you head out can make all the difference. If someone is bitten by a rattlesnake: 🚨 Call 911 immediately and seek medical attention 🧍 Keep the person still and calm — movement spreads venom ⬇️ Keep the bite area lower than heart level 🛑 Keep the injured area motionless 🧥 Keep the victim warm and at rest 🩹 Cover the bite with a clean, dry dressing 🚫 Do not give food or drinks Do NOT: ❌ Wait for symptoms ❌ Use a tourniquet ❌ Cut the wound ❌ Try to suck out venom ❌ Apply ice or soak in water ❌ Use alcohol or caffeine Most importantly: Know Before You Go. Stay aware of your surroundings, stick to trails, and give wildlife space. Rattlesnakes play an important role in our ecosystem—but like all wildlife, they deserve respect and distance. 📍 Learn more: fs.usda.gov/visit/know-before-you-go/snakes 💬 Have you ever seen a rattlesnake on the trail? #RattlesnakeSafety #KnowBeforeYouGo #HikingSafety #trailsafety